Trail Running Calendar East of England 2026-2027

A self-navigation trail run from The Museum of Power. Choose from 6.3 or 3.4 mile distances on a mainly off-road route. Runners and walkers are welcome, and entry includes a cafe voucher.

Join Gratitude 25KM 2026 in Broxbourne for a rewarding 25 km run on 21 March 2026. Ticketed entry and a welcoming atmosphere make it ideal for runners looking for a spring challenge.

Experience a unique multi distance trail event at Hyde Hall Farm featuring courses from 10k to Ultra Marathon. Enjoy a self contained lap based route through private grounds with inclusive parking and on site aid stations.

Enjoy a guided 10k group run through the scenic woodland trails of High Lodge in Thetford Forest. This relaxed event focuses on conversational pacing and scenery rather than racing.

Join Zach’s Devil Steps Trail Run on 22 March 2026 to tackle scenic Essex trails and raise funds for Cancer Research. Choose 3.5 or 7.3 mile routes, enjoy a self start format, and secure one of only 120 places for a fun timed charity run.

Discover the scenic trails of the Chiltern Hills in this guided half marathon adventure. Run in ability groups with qualified leaders and enjoy a social atmosphere complete with mid-point refreshments and a finishers medal.

A 17.5-mile trail run following the marked boundary of the beautiful Ashridge Estate. The varied off-road course includes a climb to Ivinghoe Beacon. Every finisher receives a gift, and a donation from each entry supports the National Trust..

A half marathon at Blickling with the start and finish at Blickling Hall. The multi-terrain route has a four hour cut-off, a charity entry option with a £150 fundraising requirement, and limited entries that are sold out for this edition.

Experience a traffic free 10k trail run through the ancient pollard trees and lakes of Epping Forest. This undulating two lap forest course features chip timing and finisher medals for all participants.

Experience an evening trail run through Wivenhoe ending with a social gathering at a local pub. This five mile off road event features a mass start and requires a head torch for all participants.

Celebrate the new season with this 10k trail run featuring a unique dusk course and a post race egg hunt. Enjoy a limited edition T shirt and hot refreshments while tackling the scenic terrain.

Join an off road 5k trail race through Westley Heights Country Park and Willow Park. This measured course features a mix of bridleways and tarmac sections for a true countryside running experience.

Participate in a self navigation trail race through the Felsted countryside as part of a four day Easter series. Choose between five and nine mile routes using written directions for a unique timing based challenge.

Run through Fakenham Town Centre on a 1km closed-road loop this Easter Sunday. The event is part of a community Funday, with a 5k, a 1k Fun Run, and a Toddle'n'Trike for young children. All finishers get a medal.

Join the third day of the Easter Eggstravaganza Trail Series for a self navigated run through Little Baddow. Choose between five or eleven mile routes using written directions followed by refreshments at the cricket pavilion.

Join the final day of the Easter Eggstravaganza Trail Series for a self navigated 6 mile run starting from the Rose and Crown pub. Finishers receive a voucher and a chocolate treat at this unique timed interval event.

A guided trail marathon through the scenic Chiltern Hills. Run 42.2 km on a mix of historic paths and technical trails with a qualified leader. Includes a well-stocked checkpoint and a unique wooden finisher's medal.

Experience the beauty of ancient woodland at the Epping Forest Wildwood Trail Series. Choose between a 10K or half marathon distance through scenic trails featuring natural forest terrain and muddy paths.

Join this inclusive event at Haughley Park featuring various distances from 5k to an Ultra Marathon. Enjoy a looped course through beautiful woodland and trails with full aid station support and a unique finisher medal.

Experience the inaugural Wild Deer Trail Runs at High Lodge in Thetford Forest. Choose between chip timed 5km and 10km distances through scenic woodland trails with medals and merchandise for all finishers.